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North Rhine-Westphalia

Münster District

Kreis Steinfurt

Rheine

Heather Fields in Elte

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Münster District

Kreis Steinfurt

Rheine

Heather Fields in Elte

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Heather Fields in Elte

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Location: Rheine, Kreis Steinfurt, Münster District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Akku hält, wir auch 🔋😎👋

December 3, 2025

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The most important heathland areas in Elte are part of the Elter Dünen nature reserve (also known as Elter Sand).

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Akku hält, wir auch 🔋😎👋

December 3, 2025

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The area is a historical geest region that formerly encompassed extensive sandy and heathland. Although the area is now largely covered with mixed pine forest, heath and dry sandy grassland complexes, as well as restored juniper heath, can be found again in clearings and formerly eroded areas.

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January 16, 2026

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A great impression during the flowering season.

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Location: Rheine, Kreis Steinfurt, Münster District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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